Jacobs
Job Title
Senior Construction Project Manager
Company Jacobs
Location Chicago, IL
Employment Type Full-time
Base pay range $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
About the Role At Jacobs, our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team works seamlessly with clients, delivering projects and programs to achieve their goals. This role supports the transition of vision from concept to reality by managing a portfolio of construction projects in Chicago.
Responsibilities Provide leadership to a group of Project Managers to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. Oversee project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives. Manage construction oversight and resolve complex construction‑related issues, disputes, and disagreements. Engage in client‑facing communication as needed. Ensure progress, technical performance, materials management, budget, schedule, cost, scope development, design and construction contracts, and safety of the team. Manage the review and approval process for consultant invoices and contractor pay applications, change orders, and coordinate with the Control Manager for proper posting in the reporting program. Review construction project database status and monitor variances relative to scheduling and cost control reporting. Apply proven project‑management techniques to reduce costs and add value to the business.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science
in an engineering discipline, construction management, or architecture
15+ years of related construction project management experience with building projects
10+ years of experience as a Senior Construction Project Manager in an engineering, environmental, or construction organization, including management and oversight of other Construction Project Managers
Strong knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building, and client relationship building
Prior experience with K12 building construction
Desired Qualifications
Experience in Design/Build contract delivery
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), CM‑Lean, DBIA Professional, professional engineer (PE) or architect license or certification
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and optional deferred or executive deferral plans. Unlimited US personalized paid time off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.
Workplace Expectations Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 26 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Application Experience Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Company Jacobs
Location Chicago, IL
Employment Type Full-time
Base pay range $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
About the Role At Jacobs, our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team works seamlessly with clients, delivering projects and programs to achieve their goals. This role supports the transition of vision from concept to reality by managing a portfolio of construction projects in Chicago.
Responsibilities Provide leadership to a group of Project Managers to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. Oversee project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives. Manage construction oversight and resolve complex construction‑related issues, disputes, and disagreements. Engage in client‑facing communication as needed. Ensure progress, technical performance, materials management, budget, schedule, cost, scope development, design and construction contracts, and safety of the team. Manage the review and approval process for consultant invoices and contractor pay applications, change orders, and coordinate with the Control Manager for proper posting in the reporting program. Review construction project database status and monitor variances relative to scheduling and cost control reporting. Apply proven project‑management techniques to reduce costs and add value to the business.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science
in an engineering discipline, construction management, or architecture
15+ years of related construction project management experience with building projects
10+ years of experience as a Senior Construction Project Manager in an engineering, environmental, or construction organization, including management and oversight of other Construction Project Managers
Strong knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building, and client relationship building
Prior experience with K12 building construction
Desired Qualifications
Experience in Design/Build contract delivery
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), CM‑Lean, DBIA Professional, professional engineer (PE) or architect license or certification
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and optional deferred or executive deferral plans. Unlimited US personalized paid time off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.
Workplace Expectations Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 26 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Application Experience Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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